Honda Australia Pty Ltd has promoted the current general manager of automotive, Robert Thorp, to the position of Director from April 1, 2025 replacing the incumbent Carolyn McMahon.
Thorp previously held several senior executive roles, including general manager of business services, general manager of dealer business, and general manager of product and customer experience.
He also played a role in designing and implementing Honda’s current agency business model.
“I am honoured to have been appointed the role as Director of Honda Australia,“ Thorp says.
“I am very passionate about the Honda brand and have the utmost confidence in our product, our agency network and our staff, to drive our automotive business well into the future,” he says.
In his new role, Thorp will be responsible for Honda’s automotive business and oversee the shared services of brand and marketing.
The announcement follows the recent news that Carolyn McMahon, Honda Australia’s current VP and Director, will be taking on the role of Honda New Zealand President, effective April 1, 2025.
“I am thrilled to see Rob step into the role of Director at Honda Australia,” McMahon says.
“His extensive experience within the company, coupled with his proven leadership, makes him ideally suited to guide Honda Australia into the future. I have full confidence in his ability to build on the strong foundation we’ve established and drive continued success for the company,” she says.
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